2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1999 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Kappa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Kappa would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (202 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Kappa. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Kappa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1999 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lancia |
| Model | Brera | Kappa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
